Moosehead scion's death ruled homicide
Prominent N.B. businessman Richard Oland found dead
End of Supporting Story ContentBack to accessibility links Beginning of Story ContentRichard Oland's son Dennis has hired Gary Miller, a criminal defence lawyer. CBCThe son of slain Saint John businessman Richard Oland has hired a high-profile criminal defence lawyer, CBC News has learned.
Oland, 69, was found dead in his Saint John office on July 7.
Gary Miller confirmed he's been retained by Richard Oland's son, Dennis Oland. He declined to offer any other comment.
Miller, who is based in Fredericton, is one of the most prominent criminal defence lawyers in New Brunswick.
He is perhaps best known for representing the late native rights activist Noah Augustine, who was found not guilty of second-degree murder in 1999 in the shooting of Bruce Barnaby of Eel Ground First Nation.
Miller is also past president of the New Brunswick Criminal Defence Lawyers' Association.
Saint John police are investigating Oland's death as a homicide.
No charges have been laid, and no information has been released about how Richard Oland died, whether any weapons were involved or possible suspects. All police have said is that Oland likely knew his killer.
One week after his death, police searched the Rothesay home and property of his only son Dennis.
They also searched a boat at the Royal Kennebecasis Yacht Club that belongs to Dennis' wife, Lisa Ferguson.
Friday, August 5, 2011
Saint John church could become clothing store CBC News Posted: Aug 4, 2011 9:37 PM AT Last Updated: Aug 4, 2011 9:37 PM AT
The building that is currently home to First Revival Temple in Saint John could become a Frenchy's store. CBCA Saint John church is closing its doors, but its new tenant could come from an unlikely source if a zoning application is approved.
First Revival Temple is selling its building at its Westmorland Street after years of struggles with declining membership. After a year of debate and a painful discussion with his congregation, Reverend James Bustard put the building on the market.
But it's already found an interested buyer — the Frenchy's franchise, currently located just off Old Rothesay Road.
'We had a lot of dreams we wanted to fulfill here.'
—Reverend James Bustard"I dread the day when you see a new sign outside the building, when it's sold," said Bustard.
"I put a lot of time into it and you hate to see something that took so long to get built up to finally dwindle away to another establishment or whatever," he said. "So, it's heartbreaking and I lost a lot of sleep over it and probably still will."
The First Revival Temple has been at its current location for 16 years.
This branch of the Pentecostal church was started by Bustard's father, who died in 2005. Since then, the congregation of more than 50 has dwindled down to 12.
"The hardest thing is letting go of the building, letting go of a lot of memories. We have a lot of dreams we wanted to fulfill here, which we won't see fulfilled," said Bustard.
Frenchy's manager Carol Liebel said the desired move also comes down to numbers.
"Over the years, the numbers have been dropping and we find the more visible the location, the more customers you have," said Liebel.
The store has applied for a zoning change to relocate to the new address. The city still needs to re-designate the space as commercial. A final vote is expected in two weeks.
Staff said they're looking forward to a larger space and more access to people in the neighborhood as well as commuters.
Meanwhile, the church has no plans to reopen its doors. But pastoral counselling will still be available and the congregation may meet in members' homes.
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First Revival Temple is selling its building at its Westmorland Street after years of struggles with declining membership. After a year of debate and a painful discussion with his congregation, Reverend James Bustard put the building on the market.
But it's already found an interested buyer — the Frenchy's franchise, currently located just off Old Rothesay Road.
'We had a lot of dreams we wanted to fulfill here.'
—Reverend James Bustard"I dread the day when you see a new sign outside the building, when it's sold," said Bustard.
"I put a lot of time into it and you hate to see something that took so long to get built up to finally dwindle away to another establishment or whatever," he said. "So, it's heartbreaking and I lost a lot of sleep over it and probably still will."
The First Revival Temple has been at its current location for 16 years.
This branch of the Pentecostal church was started by Bustard's father, who died in 2005. Since then, the congregation of more than 50 has dwindled down to 12.
"The hardest thing is letting go of the building, letting go of a lot of memories. We have a lot of dreams we wanted to fulfill here, which we won't see fulfilled," said Bustard.
Frenchy's manager Carol Liebel said the desired move also comes down to numbers.
"Over the years, the numbers have been dropping and we find the more visible the location, the more customers you have," said Liebel.
The store has applied for a zoning change to relocate to the new address. The city still needs to re-designate the space as commercial. A final vote is expected in two weeks.
Staff said they're looking forward to a larger space and more access to people in the neighborhood as well as commuters.
Meanwhile, the church has no plans to reopen its doors. But pastoral counselling will still be available and the congregation may meet in members' homes.
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Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Lord Beaverbrook among Order of N.B. honourees CBC News Posted: Aug 1, 2011 6:48 PM AT Last Updated: Aug 1, 2011 9:31 PM AT
Ten people were named to the Order of New Brunswick Monday. The new members were announced by Premier David Alward as part of New Brunswick Day celebrations held in Quispamsis.
The recipients included William Maxwell Aitken, better known as Lord Beaverbrook, who was given the order posthumously.
The Fleet Street press baron, who was raised in Newcastle, is renowned as one of New Brunswick's most generous benefactors — he established many buildings and institutions in the province, including Lady Beaverbrook Arena, the Beaverbrook Art Gallery and its world-class art collection, as well as the Playhouse Theatre, Aitken House and the Aitken University Centre.
He also set up scholarships for the University of New Brunswick and donated many pieces of art from his personal collection to the gallery in Fredericton.
Recipients of the 2011 Order of New Brunswick
Max Aitken, Lord Beaverbrook (posthumous)
Marjorie (Mardi) Cockburn, Fredericton
Patrick Darrah, Saint John
Robert Frenette, Woodstock
Dr. Satya Paul Handa, Rothesay
Jacques LaForge, Saint-André
Gilmond Larocque, Lamèque
Léo-Paul Pinet, Bertrand
Jessica Ryan, Bathurst
Donald Savoie, Moncton
Established in 2000, the Order of New Brunswick is the highest honour bestowed by the province.
The award recognizes individual New Brunswickers who have demonstrated a high level of excellence and achievement in their particular field and who have made outstanding contributions to the social, cultural or economic well-being of New Brunswick and its residents.
"Today's recipients provide all of us ... with shining examples of what can be achieved here with vision, perseverance and an innovative spirit," said Alward in a news release.
"They offer glimpses into our province's storied past and our vast potential. I am proud to welcome them to the Order of New Brunswick."
The recipients will be invested into the order at a ceremony to be held at Government House in Fredericton on Oct. 27.
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The recipients included William Maxwell Aitken, better known as Lord Beaverbrook, who was given the order posthumously.
The Fleet Street press baron, who was raised in Newcastle, is renowned as one of New Brunswick's most generous benefactors — he established many buildings and institutions in the province, including Lady Beaverbrook Arena, the Beaverbrook Art Gallery and its world-class art collection, as well as the Playhouse Theatre, Aitken House and the Aitken University Centre.
He also set up scholarships for the University of New Brunswick and donated many pieces of art from his personal collection to the gallery in Fredericton.
Recipients of the 2011 Order of New Brunswick
Max Aitken, Lord Beaverbrook (posthumous)
Marjorie (Mardi) Cockburn, Fredericton
Patrick Darrah, Saint John
Robert Frenette, Woodstock
Dr. Satya Paul Handa, Rothesay
Jacques LaForge, Saint-André
Gilmond Larocque, Lamèque
Léo-Paul Pinet, Bertrand
Jessica Ryan, Bathurst
Donald Savoie, Moncton
Established in 2000, the Order of New Brunswick is the highest honour bestowed by the province.
The award recognizes individual New Brunswickers who have demonstrated a high level of excellence and achievement in their particular field and who have made outstanding contributions to the social, cultural or economic well-being of New Brunswick and its residents.
"Today's recipients provide all of us ... with shining examples of what can be achieved here with vision, perseverance and an innovative spirit," said Alward in a news release.
"They offer glimpses into our province's storied past and our vast potential. I am proud to welcome them to the Order of New Brunswick."
The recipients will be invested into the order at a ceremony to be held at Government House in Fredericton on Oct. 27.
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Tuesday, August 2, 2011
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